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What's brewing in RT and RA legislation, policy, and standards?

AuntMinnie

However, the ASRT, like others, has emphasized that RAs (unlike nurse practitioners or physician assistants) are restricted from making diagnoses and must work under the direct supervision of a radiologist. Existing law, the Radiologic Technology Act, prohibits certain activities.

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Is it Time for Your Mammogram? Here’s Why You Should Ask Your Doctor 

Professional Radiology

Tucked away beneath all of the symbolism and public events, is the quiet experience of the mammogram and the radiology technology that makes it possible. Breast cancer has been around for a long time, but the technology and knowledge we currently use to combat it have an incredible history. Here’s what you need to know.